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Media on Women - Images and Influences

It's no secret that women compare themselves to the female images they see portrayed on television, film, and advertising. At both the conscious and subconscious level, these media images of women lower self-esteem and affect behavior at every age and stage of life. We know they're unrealistic, yet they exert pressure on women to conform, and influence how we live, love, work and play.
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Finding Women's News Stories and Articles
Finding current news articles specific to women's experiences and perspectives is not as easy as hitting a search button.

And if your interests go beyond what appears in the popular media, it's a challenge to locate good resources.

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